This season denim has gone print-tastic, we might as well call it the new stonewash! Think wide horizontal stripes, pastel stripes and coloured spots.
When wearing this look opt for a ‘thrown together’ style! As well as denim shorts and trousers, patterned denim shirts and jackets are also big this year!
Wear denim shorts with cutesy socks, printed shirts and a hot hued blazer. This look is the perfect casual/cool look that offers a retro and stylish feel.
Places to check out if you wish to invest in the all-new denim print trend include the likes of Current & Elliott at Net-A-Porter, Mango, Warehouse, Cheap Monday, Brat and Suzzie, Topshop, River Island, Hudson at Trilogy and Citizens of Humanity.
When wearing this look, don’t be afraid to team patterns with prints, this will in fact create a retro-cool look that works very well with this trend.
However if you wish to keep the look a little more low-key, maybe for a casual office style, then opt to keep the patterned jeans the main focus and keep everything else a little more toned down.
Pastel stripes look great with a crisp white shirt and brogues, finish the look with a cutesy yet stylish mac and a statement bag. If you are wearing a certain colour on the jeans, try and make the accessories colour opposites in order to tie the entire look together.
Since the denim is so over the top, you can afford to get a little creative with both the accessories and the hair. Try a twisted top knot if you wish to make a statement! Try to tie your jewellery in with the outfit in order to tie it together.
Floral enthused brogues also work really well with either spotted, checked or striped denim! This is certainly one outfit that won’t be ignored!
Summer is possibly one of the best months for fashion, not only are the catwalks alive with an assortment of new season attire, the sun actually allows us to slip into those cutesy little denim cut off shorts, a tiddly camisole, thick strappy flat sandals and yes, a trilby. This season’s must-have essential, not only will you look stylishly cool, you will be keeping yourself fashionably safe at the same time by keeping those rays of your head.
Maxi dresses are another must-have and look just as chic as cut-offs and are another thing to team those stylish chunky sandals with! Finish the look with a pair of aviators and you are set for the sun!
Both the above outfits are equally as practical and are also great festival attire. Team delicate longer length chains with either for a sweet and innocent look or alternatively super chunky bracelets and statement jewels for a more up-market and ‘look at me’ look!
And we haven’t forgotten the guys, roll up your trews for the ultimate summer look boys! Team your new-look trousers with a pair of summer slip on shoes for a laid-back look.
If you are looking for a new hair colour you won’t go far wrong by opting for the latest celeb hair trend – red.
Red hair seems to be having a fashion moment with every week a new celeb seemingly turning to the shade. Last season everyone was going mad for mad men and not least Christina Hendricks’ gorgeous red locks. But now Rihanna, Drew Barrymore, Blake Lively and Scarlett Johansson are just a few of the latest celebs who have died their locks red. While the likes of Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine has been flying the flag for red heads for years.
What’s more it is a really versatile look, when thinking about red hair it can often be easy to just think ginger but there are a number of shades to try from pillar-box red to deep burgundy and a range of more natural looking shades in between. Because of this it is a hair colour that can suit anyone it is just a case of finding the right shade. If you are going red for the first time its best to get it done at the hairdressers as they can advise you of the best shade to go for and what will best suit your skin tone.
Once you’ve decided to take the plunge there are two ways that a gorgeous scarlet colour can be achieved. The first is an all over permanent colour which will start to show regrowth after a couple of weeks so will require repeat visits to your hairdresser to touch up the roots. The other option is a semi-permanent colour which will gradually fade over time but will never give a vibrant permanent colour. Also if you are a bit nervous about taking the plunge then you can get your stylist to weave colour through your hair which can be a good way to get used to having red hair.
Red hair also requires a lot of after care so that it doesn’t fade to a weird pink colour so it is really important that you use specialist products to keep it looking tip top.
Also don’t be surprised if you have to change your makeup and wardrobe slightly as any new hair colour requires a slightly new look but it’s a always a good excuse to treat yourself!
Posted in Trends on 04. Feb, 2011
Summer has always been the best time of the year, with its warm weather and amazing ambience to enjoy. Picking the right fashion pieces to wear this summer shouldn’t be difficult to do at all. Just to get you started right away, let’s take a look at some of the best combinations you should try.
If you are spending your summer days at the beach, be sure to opt for two-piece bikinis. Floral prints would be perfect, especially colorful ones. Keep in mind that blue and yellow are the two colors highly anticipated this season, and it will still be chic for summer.
For a nice day out with friends and loved ones, go for a nice mini dress with colorful prints as well. You might have picked up this dress for spring, so all you have to do is combine the dress with the right accessories – handbag, shoes, and of course a nice hat would be great, although you can also add a pashmina or a nice silk scarf to the mix – and you will look gorgeous for this summer.
Picking the right shoes to wear can be tricky, especially if you love to wear t-shirts and skirts, but a nice pair of flats without too many ornaments should be able to do the job perfectly. Pick neutral colors – white would be the best for this summer – to make sure you can wear the pair with various attires. Before you know it, you will be summer chic and ready to enjoy the season.
The perfect pair of shoes is like the right set of premium bedding. When picking you would want it to look great to spice up your room but it also needs to be highly comfortable so that you can get good night rests. With shoes, the same rules apply; although looking great is important, comfort must also be an aspect to consider at all times. That is why shopping for the perfect pair of shoes can be quite tricky sometimes.
Assuming you know exactly what size you are wearing, there are several approaches you can take when it comes to shopping for the perfect pair of shoes. You can go through online catalogues and find the right models that would suit your look; you can quickly purchase the shoes and have them delivered to you in no time. However, shopping at local fashion outlets of your choice will give you added benefits of being able to try the shoes on before buying them.
Pick several models you thing will suit your looks and try them on to find out just how comfortable they are. Try both shoes – some of you still make the mistake of trying just the left or right piece – and walk a little to get a glimpse of whether the shoes are comfortable to wear. After several pairs, simply walk away from the store and forget about them for a while. Return to the store the next day – or in a couple of days – to take another look and try them on again before making your final decision.
